1995 Honda CRX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 15 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CRX | A |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
