2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
