1994 Renault Twingo vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo. 1997 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Twingo | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Twingo | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
