1990 BMW 316 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 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
