1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
