2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo P 1800. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
