1995 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
