1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
