2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 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 1992 Toyota Camry. 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |