2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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 1993 Rover 800. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 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 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | 800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
