2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 97 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
