1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 16 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 626 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
