1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Rover 216. (122 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | 216 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
