1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 910 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | CRX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
