1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
