1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
