1996 Honda CRX vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CRX | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |