1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 812 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 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 626 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3122 mm |
