1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1998 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
