2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
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 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare 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 | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CR-V | Volare |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
