1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |