1995 Honda CRX vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. Both 1995 Honda CRX and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
