1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 258 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 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
