2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica 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 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2366 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 | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |