2009 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
