2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
