1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
