1988 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 210 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 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
