1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
