1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 14 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. 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 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
