1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
