2011 Toyota Prius vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Prius | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
