2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
