2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
