1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 196 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-MX | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
