2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 338 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | CR-V | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
