1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
