2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 430 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
