1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | CRX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
