1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 88 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
