1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | SE |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
