1991 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 242 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Volkswagen Corrado | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Corrado | S-MX |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |