1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1618 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daimler | Honda |
| Model | DE 36 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2630 mm |
