1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 685 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 626 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
