2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 23 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 476 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 924 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
