2009 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
