2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 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 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
