2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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 1993 Toyota Previa. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa 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 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
