2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Cee'd | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
