1950 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
