1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 1609 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
