2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 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) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 476 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 880 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
