1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 626 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
