2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 603 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 1981 Honda Accord. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
