1998 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 424 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
