1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Avanti | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
