1996 Honda CRX vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
