1991 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 568 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 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2659 mm |
