1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1995 Mazda 626 and 1996 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,840 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
