1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
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:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
