1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 2 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 20 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
