1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 83 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 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
