1999 Nissan R 391 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 1999 Nissan R 391 and 1999 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 391 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 391 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 391. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan R 391 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | R 391 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |