2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Elantra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
