1992 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 195 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CRX | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |