1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude 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 97 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | S-MX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |