1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Daytona | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
