2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 396 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 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 | 1518 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
