1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 4 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 493 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
