2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 412 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |