2004 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
