1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 153 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Prius |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |