1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 626 | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |