2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman 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 110 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 882 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. 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 1970 Mini Clubman. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1970 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1970 Mini Clubman 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 | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | CR-V | Clubman |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |