2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | CRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
