2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 943 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
