2001 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
