1992 Honda CRX vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
