2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | FR-V | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |