1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana 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 85 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | S-MX | Perdana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |