1991 Honda CRX vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (125 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
