2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 454 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |