2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Honda | Studebaker |
| Model | CR-V | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
