1993 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 581 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Honda CRX | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
Model | CRX | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |