2002 Lada 110 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 312 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | 110 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
