2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 124 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2005 Honda HR-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 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |