1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 107 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |