2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 94 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | CR-V | 305 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |