2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S-MX | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
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 |