1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 15 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Matrix |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 129 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |