1993 Audi V8 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 582 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
