1996 Honda CRX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 211 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | CRX | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |