1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 1 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 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 121 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
