1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 833 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
