1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 152 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica 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 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
