1986 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 192 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Falcon | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | CR-V |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1562 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |