1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S-MX | Accent |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
