2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 357 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Demio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1317 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
