1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
