2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 532 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
