1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
