2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 212 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S-MX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
