1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 880 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
