1989 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
