1981 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
