1979 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | S-MX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |