1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 411 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
