1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 180 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
