1995 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 38 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda CRX | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CRX | Polo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1550 RPM |
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 | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |