1987 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. 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 1987 Audi 200. 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 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 |
