2003 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1989 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
