1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 168 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 1995 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Skyline |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |