1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | S-MX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |