1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
