1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette 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 313 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | CR-V |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |