1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
