1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
