1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 626 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |