1992 Honda CRX vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 553 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.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CRX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
