1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
