2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 338 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
