1978 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 308 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |