1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 800 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 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Mazda 626 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model 626 S
Year Released 1994 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 11.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 5226 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2120 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3165 mm