2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
