2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel 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 60 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Tercel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |