2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |