2005 Holden Astra vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 228 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | CRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
