1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 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 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
