1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 331 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
