1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Carlton.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1989 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
