2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Land Rover Serie III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Land Rover Serie III would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Land Rover Serie III is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Land Rover Serie III.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1981 Land Rover Serie III has manual transmission. 1981 Land Rover Serie III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1981 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | CR-V | Serie III |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
