1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 626 and 1999 Nissan R 391 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 391 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 391 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626.
Because 1999 Nissan R 391 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan R 391. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626. 1999 Nissan R 391 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan R 391 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda 626 | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | R 391 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |