2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 15 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 159 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
