1989 Audi 90 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
