1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 28 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 386 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | Violet | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 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 |
