2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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 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 77 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 30 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
