2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
