1974 Honda Life vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
