2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 518 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda CR-V 1987 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model CR-V Corolla
Year Released 2008 1987
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2440 mm