1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 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. Both 1998 Ford Scorpio and 1994 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 10 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
