1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 13 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, 2011 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
