2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 243 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Honda CR-V 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Honda Oldsmobile
Model CR-V Ninety-Eight
Year Released 2007 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 103.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.1 mm 85.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3230 mm