2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 326 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
