1991 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 379 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.
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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 626 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
