1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
