2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 99 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 537 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |