1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Cosmo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
