1969 Honda S800 vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 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 S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2000 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S800 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
