2007 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 256 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
