2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | S-MX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
