1993 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
