1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 14 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 55 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | A |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
