2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 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 69 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 637 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 1974 Porsche 914. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
