1994 Ford Tracer vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tracer | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
