2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
