1988 Mazda 626 vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
