1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
