2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 14 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
