1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
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 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
