1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
