1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 289 kg more than 1994 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Chevelle | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
