2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 491 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |