1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 266 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda 626 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 626 | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |