2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
