1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | S-MX | Estate |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |