2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 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 118 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 780. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 780 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
