1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 250 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
