1988 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
