1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 626 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
