1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |