1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | 626 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2837 mm |
