1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-MX | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2852 mm |
