2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 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 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
