1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (115 HP @ 5190 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5190 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
