1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | Almera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
