1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 122 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Corrado | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
