2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 319 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
