1968 Renault 8 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2000 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
