1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
