1994 Honda CRX vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
