1970 Honda S800 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 42 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1027 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S800 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
