2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 230 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 Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tiburon | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |