1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
