1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 329 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4010 mm |
