1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 12 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Platina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
