1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | Violet | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
