2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 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 150 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 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 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
