2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 20
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 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
