2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 14 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
