1999 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Honda Stream.
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, 2010 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
