2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 940 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Chante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
