2008 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
