2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 419 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 Corona. 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 (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
