1998 BMW 729 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 4 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 610 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 729 | 626 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |