2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Mazda 929
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 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 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 59 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 412 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
