1997 Honda CRX vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
