1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
