1989 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | CRX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
