1993 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 16 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
