1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
