2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
