1991 Honda CRX vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 965 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
