1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. 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 (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 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:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
