1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | 626 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2746 mm |
