2009 Audi TT vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
