1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 127 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
