1995 Honda CRX vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, both 1995 Honda CRX and 1995 Rover MGF were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 474 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Rover MGF 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 1995 Rover MGF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda CRX | 1995 Rover MGF | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | CRX | MGF |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |