1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 8 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 626 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
