1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 215 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
