2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 528 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
