1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 765 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | CR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |