1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 483 kg more than 1994 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 626 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
