1992 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 600 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 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CRX | S4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
