2005 Audi S4 vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
