1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
