2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 129 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica 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 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
