1968 Honda S800 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 666 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S800 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
