1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 654 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 626 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |