1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
