2000 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
