1993 Honda CRX vs. 2000 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda CRX 2000 Opel Corsa
Make Honda Opel
Model CRX Corsa
Year Released 1993 2000
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 72.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 72.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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