2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
