1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 8 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda S-MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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 (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | S-MX | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
