1994 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
