1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 138 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 1994 Porsche 965. 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S-MX | 965 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
