1995 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 16 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 933 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 230 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 919 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | CRX | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
