1992 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. 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, 2009 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
