1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
