1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. Both 1997 Mazda 626 and 1994 Mazda 323 are equipped with a 1,840 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
