1992 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 250 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CRX | B |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
