1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 530 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 626 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
