1993 Honda CRX vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CRX | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |