1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
