1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2003 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 363 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2003 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S-MX | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1695 kg |
