2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
