2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 942 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
