2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 254 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |