2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Prizm | 626 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |