2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 284 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
