2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2007 Honda CR-V and 1989 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
