2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 193 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
