1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1993 Mazda 626 and 1993 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
