2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2580 mm |
