1971 GAZ 24 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 24 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
