1971 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 377 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
