2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Coupe 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 55 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 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 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
