2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 304 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-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 HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
