1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 205 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
