1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 935 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 626 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
