1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
