1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 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 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
