2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 134 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1831 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |