1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 17 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) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
