2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S-MX | Toronado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |