2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626.
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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
