2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
