1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
