2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 281 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
