1993 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Altima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |