1991 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 325 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 214 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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
