1996 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | CRX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
