1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
