1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 626 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
