1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 979 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
