2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 344 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina 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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |