1985 Holden Camira vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira.
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, 1994 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
