2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
