2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Volvo 260
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 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260. 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 Volvo 260. 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 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 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 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
