1978 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 576 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |