2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 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 | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 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 | 73 L | 75 L |
