1973 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Chante | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
