1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | R |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3216 mm |
