2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| 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 | 162 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
