1968 Honda S800 vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 38 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mahindra Bolero (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 2006 Mahindra Bolero 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, 2006 Mahindra Bolero 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, 2006 Mahindra Bolero (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S800 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3020 mm |
