2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |