2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 114 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 785 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 1978 Renault 4. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
