2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
