2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Premacy | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |