2008 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
