2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
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 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 96 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |