1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 335 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2007 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, 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette CR-V
Year Released 1955 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4344 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1227 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 58 L