2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 626 (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 626 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Cruze | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
