1996 Honda CRX vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (183 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| 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 | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
