1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1997 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | CRX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |