1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 5 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), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 410 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
