1989 Holden Camira vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Camira | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
