1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |