1996 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Saturn SL
To start off, 1997 Saturn SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saturn SL weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1997 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | CRX | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
