1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 190 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
