2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 514 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |