1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 8 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 50 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
