1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 626 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |