1992 Honda CRX vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
