2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 189 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. 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 1990 Mazda 626. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |