1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
