1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 20 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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
