1989 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 200 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 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 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 |
