2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
