1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
