2001 Audi A2 vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
