1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 234 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 626 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
