1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
