1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S-MX | Starfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |