2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 54 kg more than 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
