2005 Infiniti M vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 570 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | M | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
