1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 626 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
