2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2007 Honda CR-V and 1988 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 377 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |