1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 865 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
