2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1986 Talbot Solara
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Solara 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 73 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Solara. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Talbot Solara. 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 1986 Talbot Solara. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Solara. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1986 Talbot Solara | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | CR-V | Solara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
