2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 1968 Plymouth VIP
Make Honda Plymouth
Model CR-V VIP
Year Released 2006 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 5208 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1647 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5420 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 90 L


 

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