1968 Holden Brougham 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 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. 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 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Brougham | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
