2000 Acura Integra vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Integra | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |