2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |