1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
