2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model HR-V Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 3979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1309 kg 2195 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2860 mm


 

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