1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda 626 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |