1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | 626 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |