2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | S800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
