1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
