2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 128 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown 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 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
