1998 Honda CRX vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CRX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
