1998 Honda CRX vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 16 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
