1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 1000 | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |