1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 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 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
