1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 626 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
