1974 Buick GS vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 425 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
