1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 626 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
