1984 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 200 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
