2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. 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 1966 Saab 96. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CR-V | 96 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
