2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Elantra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
