2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CR-V | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
