1984 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Celica | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Celica | S-MX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |