2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 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 80 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 747 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
