1994 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 24 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
