1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 125 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
