1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 121 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 626 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |