1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 264 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
