2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
