2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 182 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
