1968 Honda S800 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1290 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S800 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
