1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 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, 1990 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
