2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | CR-V | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |