1992 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
