1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 26 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1358 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |