1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 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 (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1998 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 | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 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 |
