1977 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
