1991 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 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, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
