2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |