1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1999 Nissan Maxima 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 125 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
