1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa is newer by 14 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, 2012 Nissan Versa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1066 kg |
