1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 571 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corona | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corona | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
