1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 193 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (157 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
