1985 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
