1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.

Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Porsche 911 2001 Honda CR-V
Make Porsche Honda
Model 911 CR-V
Year Released 1974 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2686 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.6
Top Speed 229 km/hour 193 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2620 mm


 

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