2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 383 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | CR-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |