1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
