1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 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 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
