1962 Honda S500 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Honda S500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1962 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1962 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Honda S500 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
