1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
