1995 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 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), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1995 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 323. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 323 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
