1994 Mazda Midge vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 634 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
