1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 MG ZT
To start off, 2007 MG ZT is newer by 13 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT weights approximately 340 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, 2007 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2007 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 626 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
