1995 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Audi A4 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
