2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CR-V | V8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
