2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 773 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
