1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 738 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 2013 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
