1993 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | CRX | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |