1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 19 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 490 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 626 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
