1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 626 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2944 mm |
