2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
