1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |