1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 194 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
