2002 Holden Vectra vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 7 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
