1970 Honda S800 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 995 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S800 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |