2008 Honda Fit vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Cressida |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |