2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 552 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | CR-V | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
