1998 Ford Contour vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Contour | 626 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |