2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
