1983 Holden Camira vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
