2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S-MX | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
