1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S-MX | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
