1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
