1989 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Camry | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Camry | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |