1997 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 6 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Combo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
