2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | Micra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
