1954 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 765 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
