1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 409 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corona | CR-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1644 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |