2011 Honda CR-V vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 506 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-V | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Midge |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1400 mm |
