2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
