2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
