1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 248 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
