1997 Vauxhall Sintra vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 398 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Sintra | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
