1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 413 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 626 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
