1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 337 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | CR-V |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |