2000 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. 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 A8. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
