1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 626 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
