1991 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
