1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |