2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP) has 397 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Fighter | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
