100 C3 vs 626 II (GC): which is better?

Audi 100 C3 (1982–1991) vs Mazda 626 II (GC) (1982–1987): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.

Specifications

	Audi 100 C3	Mazda 626 II (GC)
Production years	1982–1991	1982–1987
Body	sedan	sedan
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Engines	1.8	2.0
Power, up to	90 hp	101 hp
Torque, up to	150 Nm	—
Gearbox	manual	manual
Drive	front-wheel drive	front-wheel drive
Length	4 793 mm	—
Width	1 814 mm	—
Height	1 422 mm	—
Wheelbase	2 687 mm	—
Fuel tank	80 L	—
KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years)	≈ 15 075 ₸	≈ 16 475 ₸

The better value is highlighted in green.

Pros, cons and common problems

Audi 100 C3

Pros

Large tank: 80 L
Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

Modest power: up to 90 hp
Age: the last cars were built in 1991, condition is everything

Mazda 626 II (GC)

Pros

Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

Age: the last cars were built in 1987, condition is everything

Which one to choose

100 C3 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
626 II (GC) — if you care more about: power.

The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.

FAQ

Which is more powerful: 100 C3 or 626 II (GC)?

100 C3: up to 90 hp, 626 II (GC): up to 101 hp.

What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 100 C3 — about 15 075 ₸, 626 II (GC) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.

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