1953 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 325 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
