1992 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1995 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
