1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 570 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
