1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan 240 C (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan 240 C should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 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, 1972 Nissan 240 C (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan 240 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | 240 C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
