2008 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | CRX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |