1992 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 351 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | GTI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
