2006 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 16 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), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1233 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.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
