1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 107 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |