1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
