1999 Infiniti I vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1999 Infiniti I and 1999 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti I | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | I | 626 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |