1991 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 455 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
