1990 Isuzu Stylus vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Stylus | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Stylus | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
