2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 553 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
