1991 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 336 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 626 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 626 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 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 | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
