1997 Honda CRX vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 5 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CRX | Diamante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |