1994 Ford Tracer vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 200 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tracer | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
