1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
