2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
