1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 22 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 727 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
