1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 225 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 Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 Nubira | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 626 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
