1988 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 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, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CRX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
