1997 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 71 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |