1991 Honda CRX vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 90 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda CRX | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |