1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 194 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-MX | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
