2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 273 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
