2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 46 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 262 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
