1985 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
