1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
