1995 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda CRX | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CRX | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |