2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1977 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 66 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 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 1977 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda CR-V 1977 Toyota Corona
Make Honda Toyota
Model CR-V Corona
Year Released 2007 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm


 

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