2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 207 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | CR-V | SP |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
