1980 BMW 628 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 628 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
