1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
