1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 156 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
