1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1995 Ford Galaxy and 1995 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 484 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Galaxy (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Galaxy | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Galaxy | 626 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |