2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
