1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
