1991 Honda CRX vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 490 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CRX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2615 mm |
