2008 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 626 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |