1991 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 316 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Integra. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Integra | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
