1996 Honda CRX vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CRX | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |