1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 350 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 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 626 | TT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2469 mm |