2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
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 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 547 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 Triumph TR7. 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 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 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 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CR-V | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
