2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
