1989 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1989 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mazda 626 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Titan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3550 mm |