1998 Honda CRX vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CRX | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
