1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Argento Viva | FXS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
