2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 144 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 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 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | 30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
