2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 304 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
