2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 56 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
