2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 268 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
