2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda 626 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |