1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 390 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
