2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
