1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 6 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 22 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
