2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 105 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 1996 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | 800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
