2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 911. 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 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 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
