1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 318 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |