1992 Honda CRX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CRX | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |