1991 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 626 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Supra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |