1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Because 1982 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 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
