2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 980 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
