1994 Honda CRX vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 305 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CRX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2645 mm |
