1990 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
