1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 8 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. Both 1993 Mazda 626 and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
