1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 288 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 Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
