1999 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CRX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
