1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
