2002 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 685 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
