1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 348 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
