1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
