1996 Honda CRX vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 300 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 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | CRX | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |