2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 45 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |