2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
