1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
