1993 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
