1994 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 10 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (161 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
