2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. 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 1983 Toyota Crown. 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
