2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Celica. 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, 1995 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
