1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 338 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (157 Nm). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Bel Air | 626 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
