1992 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 341 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Sentra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |