1995 Honda CRX vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 75 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 1997 TVR Cerbera 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 1997 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | CRX | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
