1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 580 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
