2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 448 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
