1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 3-Litre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |