2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,202 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 3 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 512 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
