1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic 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 137 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
