1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Meteor | CRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
