1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |