1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
