1992 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 306 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2005 Daewoo Magnus 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. 2005 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | CRX | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
