2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 11 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 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | Ecosse | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
