1989 Audi V8 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 490 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
