2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 6 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
