1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
