1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
