2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |