1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 741 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 626 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
