1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 386 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 626 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
