1996 Honda CRX vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CRX | SVX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
