2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302

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 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 752 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Volkswagen 1302. 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 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Honda CR-V 1968 Volkswagen 1302
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model CR-V 1302
Year Released 2007 1968
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1996 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1562 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 40 L