1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1242 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 27 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Mazda | SSC |
| Model | 626 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2667 mm |
