1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 760 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
