1996 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
