1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |