1968 AMC AMX vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX 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 613 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | AMX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
