2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S-MX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
