2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 232 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |