2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 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 87 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 522 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
