1997 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 219 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 2012 Volkswagen Polo has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
