2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1995 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Proton Saloon. 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 1995 Proton Saloon. 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1995 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | S-MX | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
