1997 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 1997 Honda CRX and 1997 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 672 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | MPV |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |